Monroe Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber from Japan
The Monroe Gas-Magnum is a heavy-duty shock absorber designed for trucks and SUVs, featuring nitrogen gas-charged technology to reduce fade and improve handling on rough terrain. It falls under HTS 8708.80.1610 as a suspension shock absorber for motor vehicles other than tractors, buses, or cars, specifically classified in the 'other' category for non-specified vehicle types.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific vehicle models via OEM specs to ensure correct HTS classification under suspension parts
• Include detailed technical specs and material composition in documentation to prevent misclassification as general auto parts
• Obtain certificates of origin for duty reductions under USMCA or other FTAs, as suspension components often qualify